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09/08/2012 09:07:24 PM MDT

Baseball

12U Dirtbags Baseball Tryout: The NoCo Dirtbags will hold an open tryout at Harmony Park (5015 Corbett Drive, Fort Collins) on Sunday Sept. 9 from 1-3 p.m. Those eligible must be 12 years old on April 30, 2013. Registration is at 12:45 p.m, followed by warm-ups and a short parent meeting. There is no tryout fee. Players are asked to bring gloves, bats and water. If you plan to attend or would like more information please call coach Kent Bejcek at 970-227-3008 or email kent@squarei.com.

Basketball

Boys basketball tryouts for the Junior Eagles competitive boys basketball teams will be Sunday, Sept. 9 at Thompson Valley High School main gym. Grades 4, 5 and 6 grade will be from 3-4:30 p.m. Grades 7 and 8 will be from 5-6:30 p.m. This is for the feeder teams into TVHS. We are still looking for 5th and 6th grade coaches. For more information please call Tim Dyer 402-8300.

Golf

The McKee Masters Golf Tournament will be held Friday, Sept.14 at Mariana Butte Golf Course. Players will tee off at 8 a.m. in a scramble format. Registration fees are $150/$550 for individual/team. One-hundred precent of registration fees and sponsorship contributions will support the Stepping Stones Adult Day Program at McKee. This program provides participants an opportunity to socialize, build friendships, and enjoy stimulating activities in a safe, caring environment. Golfers may register by calling 593-6038 or visiting McKeeFoundation.com for more information.

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Hockey

Learn-to-Play-Hockey program is held Tuesdays 5-6 p.m. at the Qdoba Event Center, 218 Smokey St., in Fort Collins. For ages 10 and under, offering fundamental hockey instruction and rink time; fee is $55, join anytime for a prorated rate. Equipment rental and jersey rental available onsite. Call 282-1112 for more information. Upcoming session starts April 24.

In-line skating

A Learn-to-Skate program is held regularly at the Qdoba Event Center, 218 Smokey St., in Fort Collins. For ages 4-11, a five-week session meeting on Tuesdays from 4:20-5 p.m.; fee is $39, and kids can join this at anytime.

Pickleball

The Loveland Pickleball Club will have drop-in play every Monday/Wednesday/Friday at Osbourn Park tennis courts, 1615 4th Street SE, 6:30 p.m. start time (weather permitting). There is a $2 drop-in fee, or a $20 membership fee for the year. For more information, contact Jean Marsh at 667-3028.

Recreation Leagues

Registration is open for the City of Loveland's youth basketball leagues for 4th-grade boys and girls and 5th-grade girls: emphasizing fundamentals, enhancing current skills, developing good sportsmanship and having fun. Practices are held two times per week with games on Saturday mornings. Practices start the week of Oct. 29 at various elementary schools. Cost: $46 through Sept. 24 and $56 after Sept. 24.

Lacrosse skills class: four-week class designed to introduce 8-15 year olds to the sport. Class is held Wednesday afternoons and starting Sept. 12. Cost is $25.

The City of Loveland Parks and Recreation Youth Athletics Program needs volunteer coaches for soccer, flag football and volleyball for Sept. 4-Oct. 20. Basketball coaches are needed Oct. 29--Dec. 15. Teams have two 1-hour weeknight practices with games on Saturdays. For more information on soccer, contact Dana Redford, 962-2450, Kim Miller for flag football, or Allan Coseo for volleyball. Or visit the City's website, cityofloveland.org and search for "volunteer."

Roller derby

Girls ages 7-17 are invited to come try out and get exercise at Junior Roller Derby, Saturdays 11 a.m.-1 p.m. All skill levels of skating welcome. Held at the Qdoba Event Center, 218 Smokey St., in Fort Collins. Call 970-282-1112 for more information.

Running

The Loveland Roadrunners meet twice a week for Saturday morning runs and Tuesday track workouts, daytime or evening. All runners of any level are welcome to join. Times and places are posted on the club Web site: lovelandroadrunners.com.

The Loveland Elementary Girl's Running Club meets Tuesdays and Fridays at 5:30 p.m. at North Lake Park near the bathrooms on North Lake Drive. This elementary school-age girls' running club is directed by four enthusiastic Loveland High School cross country runners who want to share their love of running. Even if you don't think that running is your "thing," come by to have adventures, make new friends, and have a great time.

Softball

Loveland ProSwing 10U girls competitive fastpitch softball team is looking for players. Individual tryouts are being held to fill 2012 roster. Play in the Indian Peaks League and four to five local tournaments. Looking for catcher(s) and/or strong utility. Contact Mike at 720-234-1542 if interested.

Swimming

The Loveland Masters Swimming program has announced its schedule as follows: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday from 5:30-7 a.m. at the Mountain View Aquatic Center; Monday and Wednesday from 5:30-7 a.m. at the Loveland High School pool.

The Loveland Swim Club offers a learn-to-swim and competitive programs for age 4 and older; call Susan at 203-1374 for details. There is a two-week free trial for all first-time members.

The Mountain View Aquatic Center is open for public swim (lap lanes generally available) Monday through Friday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Tuesday and Friday evenings from 6-9 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Lifeguarding and water safety instructor classes occur throughout the year. Birthday party specials and group rates available; call 613-7880 for more information. Go to thompsonschools.org for more information.

The Dick Hewson Aquatic Center at Thompson Valley High School is open for public swim (lap lanes available) Monday-Friday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; and Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7:30-9:15 p.m. Registration for American Red Cross Swim Lessons can be done by phone (613-7935) or drop-in. Private party rates available. Call 613-7935 to register for lessons or for details. Deep-water fitness classes offered Monday and Wednesday mornings from 7-8 a.m. and Tuesday and Thursdays from 11 a.m.-noon. Go to thompsonschools.org for more information.

Training

ASA fitness is holding registration for it's 8-week fall/winter speed and agility clinics. Clinics will focus on running mechanics, speed development and agility. All athletes from ages 11 and up are welcome. Training will be in the afternoon at The Qdoba Event Center.

Volleyball

Vollitude Volleyball Club Tryouts: Vollitude Volleyball Club had a great first season in 2012. We are growing and will be forming more teams for the upcoming club volleyball season. We are seeking players with positive attitudes interested in playing at the competitive level to tryout for our club. We also are interested in potential qualified coaches. If interested, please complete our online coaching application. Online registration is required to tryout and a checklist of all requirements to tryout can be found on our website at: vollitudevbc.com.

Age player will be as of 8/31/2013. For 18's, please see more details on our website under Age Definitions. Please email: info@vollitudevbc.com if questions.

Loveland Volleyball Club had a such a fantastic year that we are expanding once again! LVBC is currently recruiting players for the following age divisions: 16's, 15's, 14's and 13's. We are also recruiting for both head coaches and assistant coaches. 2012-13 tryout will be held on Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m. at St. John's Middle School in Loveland. $5 tryout fee. All participants are required to have RMR Membership at tryouts. Email Hollypetitt@comcast.net if interested. LVBC is a nonprofit organization offering an affordable club volleyball experience.

NORCO Juniors Volleyball Club announces their 2013 club season tryout dates in addition to their annual open house and pre-tryout clinics all happening this fall. Come and meet the NORCO Staff and Coaches during this informal and relaxing atmosphere.

These events and practices take place in their six-court facility in Windsor, off of Crossroads Blvd. at 7395 Greendale Road. This season they will be offering 20-22 teams for ages 9-18 as well as one of the best coaching staffs in the state, full of both high school and collegiate coaches. Please check their website at norcovolleyball.com for more details, and follow them on Facebook and Twitter. For specific questions call 667-5005.

Wrestling

Thompson Valley Wrestling Club will open online registration for the 2012-13 season on Monday, Sept. 24. All wrestlers must register online at thompsonvalleywrestling.com in order to participate in TVWC. Please print your registration confirmation and bring it to the TVHS cafeteria on Oct. 8 or 9 from 6-7 p.m. At this time, uniforms, t-shirts, practice/dual schedules, and additional club information will be provided. A copy of your child's most recent physical and birth certificate should be brought at this time as well. Wrestlers must be 4-14 years of age. Registration cost is $125 (for wrestlers who do not have a TVWC singlet) and $100 (for wrestlers who do have a TVWC singlet). Multiple child discounts will be available. Please note: This club is intended for wrestlers who eventually plan to attend Thompson Valley High School. Questions may be directed to Chad Williams (213-9513), Dan (DJ) Juergensen (412-8451), or Cindy Berg (218-1983).

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Editor's note: The Clipboard notices typically run weekly and can be found online at reporterherald.com/sports-camps-classes. Information will only be taken in written form; please include a phone number. Drop off or fax a hard copy to 667-1111, Attention: Sean Star. By mail -- Sports Department, 201 E. Fifth St., Loveland, 80537. By e-mail -- sstar@reporter-herald.com; for more information, call 635-3633.

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